Here in my neighbourhood, we have a local newsletter that circulates to homes in our area. It's called the North End Breezes and this month's newsletter has a great story about another family in our neighbourhood that's been affected by autism. The story is by Paul Cerretti who has twin daughters, aged 8, both of which have been diagnosed with autism.
Their story is not unlike many others I've read in the blogging community, but their story is unique. Unfortunately for them the Provincial Government is following the Federal Government, in their inability to make informed decisions. While Paul's daughters are twins, both with autism, thanks to funding cuts, only one will continue to get the appropriate behaviour therapy. Paul and his family have an all to familiar struggle with support and acceptance for his children.
You can read their story here at the North End Breezes. Their story shows us that even though we've come a long way, we still have a long way to go. Happy World Autism Awareness Day.
Unbelievable. Hopefully little by little things will change. That is my hope.
ReplyDeleteI think things will change eventually. At least that's what I hope.
DeleteThat's crazy, Jim! Unreal! I think you're one of the people that are helping things change with your blog, and helping educate people about Autism. Keep up the fight, Jim!
ReplyDeleteThat's what we have to do Jewel. Whether its autism or dogs, education is the key.
DeleteWow, that's just insane... I hope more people hear about this and change starts to happen!
ReplyDeleteThat IS insane. There def needs to be huge changes made!
ReplyDeleteHopefully things will change. All we can do is keep pushing.
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